Reinhold Weege
1949–2012 (age 63)
Television writer and producer
Biography
Reinhold Weege built a career as a sharp-witted writer who shaped the tone of American sitcoms with clever dialogue and heartfelt characters, becoming a central voice behind shows such as Barney Miller and the offbeat legal comedy Night Court.
As creator and executive producer of Night Court, he championed quirky heroes and ensemble warmth, leaving behind a legacy of humor that continues to delight rewatchers; he is remembered by colleagues, friends, and the Forest Lawn community where he was laid to rest.